Tasty, nutritious, packed with fiber, this classic Scottish oatmeal will fill you up in an instant. The ingredients may be simple, but the preparation method is authentic in Scotland and makes all the difference. Yield: Preparation Time: 35 minutes Ingredient List:
HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Instructions: Pour the water into a heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over the medium heat. Sprinkle the oats over and stir to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil again, continuously stirring with a wooden spoon.
Reduce to low and cover the saucepan. Let simmer for 25 minutes. Halfway through, stir the salt into the oatmeal. Make sure to stir every few minutes to get rid of the lumps. Top as desired and serve. Enjoy!
Recipe 2: Quinoa and Berry Compote Porridge
Quinoa porridge made with homemade blueberry compote from scratch.
This recipe may see like an overwhelming cooking process, but it is actually really simple to master. Garnish with fresh blueberries. Yield: Preparation Time: 10 minutes Ingredient List:
- cup Quinoa
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil
- teaspoons Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Fresh Blueberries
- cup plus 2 tablespoons Water
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- Pinch of Salt
HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Instructions: Toast the quinoa with the coconut oil in a saucepan over medium heat. Pour cup of water, milk, and stir in the salt. Bring the mixture to a boil. Drop to simmer and cook for 20 minutes.
Meanwhile, combine the blueberries, water, and sugar, in another saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes and stir in the vanilla. Remove the quinoa from the heat and stir in the maple syrup. Top with the blueberry compote. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe 3: Apple and Pear Amaranth Porridge
Amaranth is combined with stewed apples and pears flavored with aromatic cinnamon. Bursting with flavors, this morning treat will energize you in a split second.
Add some whipped cream to it if you like. Yield: Preparation Time: 30 minutes Ingredient List:
- cup Amaranth
- cup Water
- cup diced Pear
- cup diced Apple
- 1 tablespoon Cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Maple Syrup
- cup Almond Milk
HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Instructions: Place the water and milk in a saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Add amaranth and lower the heat. Simmer for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, place the fruits, cinnamon, and maple syrup, in another saucepan over medium heat. Stir to combine and cook for about 10 minutes, until the apples and pears become soft.
Transfer the amaranth to a bowl and top with the stewed fruits. Enjoy!
Recipe 4: The Ultimate Chocolate Porridge
If you believe that dessert makes a great breakfast, then you will love the fact that you can have a creamy chocolate breakfast. Slices some strawberries on top for a more appealing look. Yield: Preparation Time: 10 minutes Ingredient List:
- 2 cups Oats
- 4 tablespoons Maple Syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 4 cups Milk
- 3 tablespoons Cacao Powder
- 4 tablespoons Chocolate Chips
- 4 tablespoons grated Chocolate
HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Instructions: Combine the oats and milk in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes. Stir in the cacao powder, grated chocolate, vanilla, and maple syrup.
Divide between 4 bowls. Top with a tablespoon of chocolate chips. Enjoy!
Recipe 5: Carrot Cake Porridge
Love eating carrot cake? Enjoy a yummy oatmeal for breakfast? Look no more because this recipe combines your two favorite dishes and creates one mouthwatering bowl of porridge. Yield: Preparation Time: 15 minutes Ingredient List:
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
- cup Rolled Oats
- teaspoons Nutmeg
- teaspoons Cinnamon
- 1 Carrot, grated
- cup Milk
- cup Water
- 2 teaspoons ground Flaxseed
- 2 teaspoons Stevia or Sugar
HHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH Instructions: Place everything in a saucepan and give it a good stir to combine. Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce to simmer and cook for 7-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
If needed, add a little bit more milk (or water). Transfer to a bowl. Enjoy!
Recipe 6: Fruity Polenta Porridge
Topped with figs, raspberries and a little bit of granola for texture, this coconut polenta porridge makes one hell of breakfast. Use different types of fruits if you prefer. It will be delicious either way. Yield: Preparation Time: 10 minutes Ingredient List: